Opinion

Opinion: BA Data Breach Fine Highlights Cyber Protection for All Companies

As companies are being fined tens of millions of pounds for breaches of GDPR regulations, it is essential to check your data security systems, says Simon Viney, Financial Sector Cyber Consulting Lead, BAE Systems Applied […]

Insurance Brokers

Broker News: Endsleigh Warns on Cyber Risk for Independent Schools

61% of independent schools in the UK have experienced a cyber-attack within the last five years, according to a new report profiling the increasing cyber security challenges facing the independent education sector. ‘Independent, but insecure? […]

Insurance Brokers

Broker News: Beazley Streamlines Its Cyber Security Offer

Leading specialist insurer Beazley has enhanced its cyber policies in the UK to offer businesses of all sizes and sectors unrivalled insurance cover and risk management services to plan for and manage a cyber breach. […]

Insurance Regulation

Govt Calls for More Cyber Security Training & Awareness in Businesses

Staff vigilance is vital in the prevention of cyber attacks, according to new research from the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) and National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC). In nearly three-fifths (57%) of […]

Insurance Brokers

Broker News: Cyber Risk Cover for German Rail Companies Via DVA/Cylus

Deutsche-Verkehrs-Assekuranz-Vermittlungs-GmbH, the insurance broker for rail in Germany, created an innovative insurance policy to address the growing threat of cyber security attacks on rail companies. Through DVA, policy holders will be eligible for discounts from insurance provider Hiscox, based […]

Emerging Risk

Cyber Scout Uses Partnerships to Boost Offer in Asian Markets

CyberScout, the gold standard in identity and data defence services, is pleased to announce two new global partnerships that will introduce accessible cyber insurance solutions in Southeast Asia.   Individuals and small to medium-size businesses will receive CyberScout’s award-winning, best-in-class […]

Global insurance trends

Beazley Warns on New Online Blackmail Phishing Scam

A new form of online blackmail by cyber criminals who attempt to extort crypto-currency by claiming to have potentially embarrassing evidence of people using adult websites on work computers is adding to the tide of […]

News

Ecclesiastical Pinpoints Cyber Risks for Arts & Heritage Sector

New research by specialist insurer Ecclesiastical has found 1 in 10 heritage organisations have experienced a cyber-attack. Despite this, less than a third have cyber insurance in place, presenting a growth opportunity for proactive brokers. […]